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6 Ways to Get a Bank Loan for Your Business

If you think like a banker, you could get the finance you need for your business

Six tips for entrepreneurs to get bank loans for your business

By Alan Hughes

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The Truth About ‘No Cost’ Loans from Home Lenders

Here's an estimate of what you can typically expect to pay for your mortgage

Here’s an estimate of what you can typically expect to pay for your mortgage

By Lynnette Khalfani-Cox

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Poll: Do You Plan to Support Your Adult Children?

Knowing when it's time to cut the financial umbilical cord

A recent study conducted by SunAmerica Financial Group found that 70% of parents age 55…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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What You Need to Know about Co-signing on a Loan

When friends and family ask you to co-sign on a loan you might think you’re doing them a favor, but you’re actually entering into some risky business.

If you decide to co-sign on a loan for someone, there is a three out…

By LaToya M. Smith

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You the Consumer Have the Power

Black Enterprise's President/CEO reminds consumers of their financial power and right to great customer service

For decades, African Americans have been hit with what has been called the “Black tax.”…

By Earl "Butch" Graves Jr.

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How are you planning to meet your children’s college expenses? If you’re a student, what strategies are you using? Feel free to comment below.

5 Dos and Don’ts of College Financing

Now more than ever higher education comes at a high cost. Here are a few tips to lighten the long term financial load.



College financing has changed since most of today’s parents went to school. The average college…

By Robin White Goode

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How to Get a Loan the Web 2.0 Way

As traditional banks remain tightfisted, more people are turning to online peer-to-peer networks for personal loans.

It took Karla Brazelton just three days to round up nearly 100 strangers willing to…

By John Simons

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You Better Shop Around

Four steps to getting the best deal on a home loan

Some 92% of homebuyers finance their purchase with a mortgage, according to the National Association…

By Tara-Nicholle Nelson

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10 Things to Remember Before Applying for a Business Loan

Maximize your chances of getting one

It’s a well-documented fact that banks are less risk tolerant than in years past. But…

By Alan Hughes

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A Life Raft for Student Loan Borrowers

Task force recommendation could lessen repayment load

If you’re experiencing financial difficulty, student loan payments can feel like a weight on your…

By Sheiresa Ngo

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